Pension rule changes are a short term-fix, growth is essential
POSTED ON: August 3, 2021 IN Employment, Political economy, Politics by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
I think that the idea to allow withdrawals from their pension comes with some dire consequences if one considers that only 6% of South Africans retire with enough savingS.
BLSA CEO’s letter – 19 July 2021
POSTED ON: July 19, 2021 IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Politics by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The president’s speech on Friday evening, flanked by the heads of the police and army, was the right message to convey to the public.
Difficult week, but South African institutions endure
POSTED ON: July 13, 2021 IN Economic policy, Political economy, Politics by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The rule of law took precedence over political prudence. No-one can display the contempt of court that Zuma did without expecting consequences.
Structural reform: A section 25 change is not a necessary step in addressing land reform
POSTED ON: June 28, 2021 IN Political economy, Politics by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
It is unnecessary to shake the foundations of the country by changing Section 25 of the constitution.
Land reform: The problem is implementation, not the Constitution
POSTED ON: June 1, 2021 IN Economic growth, Political economy, Politics by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
We need close collaboration with the state to ensure land reform is implemented in a way that doesn’t threaten food security, the agriculture sector and property security.
Capable state: Reforms need a professional civil service
POSTED ON: March 4, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Infrastructure, Political economy, Politics by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
There is a pressing need for South Africa to build a capable state to fully recover from the effects of Covid-19 and recast the economy to develop inclusive growth.
State of the Nation: Corruption should be the focus
POSTED ON: February 11, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Energy, Infrastructure, Political economy, Politics, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
President Cyril Ramaphosa faces a mammoth task of leading the charge to tackle the pandemic, with a death toll nearing 50,000, when he delivers his Sona speech.
Softer issue is an important step in rebuilding confidence
POSTED ON: January 26, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, Energy, Political economy, Politics by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
The government needs to honour its commitment to structural reforms so as to realise its goal of achieving improved growth rates
Increased co-operation is the way through this crisis
POSTED ON: January 12, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Political economy, Politics by BLSA
By Busi
We start 2021 with the second wave of the pandemic in full swing. The numbers and death rates continue to rise as we face a new and more infectious strain.
Corruption arrests: A show of teeth and a boost of confidence
POSTED ON: October 6, 2020 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Politics by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Arrests of those associated with state capture is an initial, but significant, milestone in rebuilding faith in SA and its economy,